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How Republicans could pay for Trump agenda and how it could hit your wallet

Trump promised to cut taxes and government spending but also fund lofty proposals like mass deportation

The Independent UK

Call Center Workers Continue Union Push After Biden Administration Drops Fight

Officials withdrew a rebid of a $6.6 billion contract requiring “labor harmony” 25 days after the $5 billion corporation holding it filed suit.

Capital & Main

Indiana bill seeks to end tax breaks for non-profit hospitals that overcharge patients

Proposal comes after the Guardian investigated Parkview, a Fort Wayne-based non-profit chain that charges some of the highest prices in the country

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Trump Revokes Biden's Order to Lower Drug Prices for Medicare

President Trump rescinded a Biden-era Executive Order that would have lowered the copays for some drugs to $2 for Medicare enrollees.

Kiplinger

Finding Trillions in Federal Cuts Is Easy. But Will Trump and Musk Follow Through?

DOGE won't necessarily have to kill any of Republicans’ sacred cows—but they will have to be put on a diet.

Reason

A Social Security Storm Is Gathering: Here's Your Safety Plan

If Social Security reserves are depleted by 2033, as predicted, future benefits could be cut by as much as 21%. Here’s how to weather the impending storm.

Kiplinger

How to Avoid These 10 Retirement Planning Mistakes

Many retirement planning mistakes are easily avoidable. Here are 10 to have on your radar so you don't end up running out of money in your golden years.

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Medicare announces 15 new drugs chosen for price negotiations, including popular weight loss drug Ozempic

Any negotiated prices will go into effect in 2027, federal health officials say

The Independent UK

Biden Is Targeting These 15 Drugs For Medicare Price Negotiations

The administration selected a new group of drugs to negotiate for lower rates for Medicare.

International Business Times

Medicare Price Negotiations To Continue Under the Trump Administration

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services plans to negotiate the prices for 15 new drugs, although it says its seeking "greater transparency" in price talks.

Kiplinger

CBO projects U.S. debt to grow $23.9 trillion in 10 years, not including costs of extending tax cuts

The national debt is slated to rise by $23.9 trillion over the next decade, a sum that does not include trillions of dollars in additional tax cuts being championed by President-elect Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Ozempic, Wegovy and other new drugs are selected for Medicare's price negotiations

The Biden administration says popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to Medicare’s list of medications that will be negotiated directly between the government and drug manufacturers

The Independent UK

Converting Retirement Savings to a Roth IRA? Don't Do This

You might want to convert all of your savings to a Roth in one go, but you could end up paying hundreds of thousands more in taxes than you have to.

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United HealthGroup CEO: Mission of the company is to 'help people live healthier lives'

Andrew Witty—who also said that 'the health system needs to function better'— made his comments during an earnings call reporting $14 billion in 2024 net income.

Fortune

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Treasury Secretary Nominee Accused Of Tax Loophole Manipulation

Senator Wyden raises concerns about nominee Bessent's tax loophole affecting Medicare funding and tax fairness.

The Independent UK

UnitedHealth books better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit

UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected profit in the final quarter of 2024, but revenue fell short as challenges like Medicare funding cuts and a Medicaid enrollment drop hurt

Roll Call

Democrats: Bessent avoided Medicare tax on hedge fund earnings - Roll Call

Senate Democrats are gearing up for a fight against Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Treasury secretary.

Kiplinger

How To Manage Retirement Savings When Living Abroad

Retiring abroad can be a dream come true if you have a good grip on your finances. Here's what you need to know to make it a reality.

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Top 5 Common Medicare Myths Debunked

Medicare is an important part of millions of Americans' healthcare coverage, but misunderstandings about the program can cause confusion and fear among those planning to enroll. As a Medicare expert, it is critical to dispel these beliefs and ...

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Stocks Recover on Strength in Health Insurers and Energy Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up +0.16%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.86%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.30%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH25 ) are up +0.26%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stock Market Today: Dow Leads as UnitedHealth Stock Pops

UnitedHealth was the best Dow Jones stock Monday on reports that Medicare Advantage payments could rise in 2026.

Barchart

Stocks Slide and Bond Yields Rise as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dwindle

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.35%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.49%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.75%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH25 ) are down -0.42%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Pressured by Rising Bond Yields as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Fade

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.71%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.15%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH25 ) are down -0.66%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Bulk billing dips with GP care more complex and costly

Patients who rely on Medicare have fewer options as more clinics stop taking new bulk-billed patients, according to a study prompting calls for more funding.

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Average Cost of Health Care by Age and US State

Expect to pay more as you age and in some locations. We've got solutions for how to cover these costs, which can exceed $1,000 per month in your 60s.

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